Macaws are native to tropical Central and South America, are members of the Parrot family, and include sixteen species within three genuses. The largest have up to a four-foot wingspan and the smallest only about fifteen inches. Males and females are identical and can't be visually differentiated by humans, although they manage for themselves quite well. They are considered smarter than dogs, but make far less desirable "pets." When forced into captivity with little or no contact with their own kind, their noisy, boisterous, messy habits and constant demands for stimulus and interaction make them very hard for humans to live with. A cage is certainly not the place they would ever choose to be. Their preferred diet consists of seeds, fruits, and other plant materials. Brightly colored, they can live up to seventy years. Sadly, however, because of the pet trade, habitat destruction, and killing for their feathers, many species are endangered.

The macaws here have been rescued from the "pet" trade; fortunately for them they live in a large outdoor aviary where sunshine, fresh air, and flight are part of their everyday life. But even a large aviary is not enough for them; like all wild animals, they should be allowed the peace and joy of a life in their native environment.


About WRR Animal Sponsorship

Your sponsorship provides food, bedding, medication, veterinary care, supplies, and plenty of attention from our Animal Caretakers.

Sponsorships are available in one-time, monthly, quarterly, and yearly installments. Your credit card will be billed once for a one-time donation, or automatically billed each month, quarter, or year, depending on the option you choose below.

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